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Allergy Nasal Spray 
Allergies usually can be controlled with antihistamines or antihistamine-decongestant
combinations. The first-generation prescription antihistamines cause drowsiness and impaired reaction time in a third of people who take them. Therefore, driving a car, flying a
plane, or operating heavy machinery is not advised while taking these drugs, even if you do not feel sleepy. Other potential side effects include constipation, dry mouth, urinary retention, and blurred vision. However, there are newer antihistamines, such as loratadine (Claritin),Cetirizine(Zyrtec)and fexofenadine (Allegra), which are non-sedating and do not cause the adverse reactions
associated with the older versions. They work quickly and can be taken as needed. For more severe symptoms, a topical cromolyn sodium can be tried. Cromolyn sodium is
an inhaled drug that can hold back an allergic attack. The drug's effectiveness lies in its ability to prevent the release of histamine. It practically has no side effects . For the best
results, start taking the medication a week before allergy season. When antihistamines and cromolyn sodium cannot control allergy symptoms effectively,
prescription corticosteroid sprays may do the trick. These work fast and don't have any serious effects on the body when taken in recommended doses. Nasal irritation is the most
common complaint, but even nosebleeds are minimal after you have used them for a while. Five drugs are available for tropical use.
- Beclomethasone (Beconase Aqueous nasal spray)
- Fluticasone (Flixonase Aqueous nasal spray)
- Triamcinolone (Nasacort AQ Aqueous nasal spray)
- Mometasone (Nasonex Aqueous nasal spray)
- Budesonide (Rhinocort Aqua nasal spray)
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